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Feature Story Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Grand Rapids Community College will launch a paid apprenticeship program designed for high school graduates to access careers within the employee benefits and health sectors. Kids and Education

First of its kind health insurance agent apprenticeship program will offer paid on-the-job training

Andrea GoodellMonday, November 8, 2021
Feature Story Sandra Lake is the 2021 recipient of the Ottawa County Excellence in Equity Award. Healthy Communities

Health worker honored with 2021 Excellence in Equity Award

Kathleen SchenckSunday, October 31, 2021
Feature Story Proponants for social districts say a drink in hand makes the wait more bearable for restaurant patrons who are up to an hour away from being seated, and it benefits nearby shops. Economic Development

Grand Haven’s social district opens

Shandra Martinez Tuesday, October 26, 2021
Feature Story Food Club transforms how food assistance is offered, prioritizing healthy options in a high-dignity, grocery store-style environment. Healthy Communities

Opening of Food Club brings new food access model to Holland

Shandra MartinezMonday, October 25, 2021
Feature Story WHTC's morning news anchor Peg McNichol. Courtesy, Midwest Communications Healthy Communities

In a world where people seem to be getting meaner, make a choice to be nice

Peg McNicholMonday, October 18, 2021
Feature Story A rendering of the Secchia Piazza that will be built on the GRCC main campus. Kids and Education

GRCC’s Secchia Culinary Institute to receive a gift of a piazza

Shandra MartinezMonday, October 11, 2021
Feature Story seeds of promise vaccination Community Development

Seeds of Promise offers gift card incentive to increase vaccination rates

Megan SarnackiWednesday, October 6, 2021
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10 highlights from the Grand Haven Hispanic Heritage Fiesta

Shandra MartinezTuesday, October 5, 2021
Feature Story Kids who attended Pumpkinfest enjoyed having their faces painted, climbing on inflatables, riding a barrel train, and playing a variety of fall yard games, including bowling with pumpkins. Arts and Culture

Return of Zeeland Pumpkinfest generates ‘amazing response’

Heidi FentonMonday, October 4, 2021
Feature Story A customer orders at the Kuntry Cookin' food truck in Muskegon. Entrepreneurship

Success of Kuntry Cookin’ shows the power of community support

Shanika P. CarterWednesday, September 29, 2021
Feature Story From left West Ottawa Superintendent Timothy Bearden, Holland Public Schools Superintendent Shanie Keelean, and Zeeland Public Schools Superintendent Brandi-Lyn Mendham Kids and Education

Three new superintendents talk about priorities, challenges ahead

ANDREA GOODELLTuesday, September 28, 2021
Feature Story Steve and Jill Miskelley are honoring their late son, Ian, a champion University of Michigan swimmer, with plans to open the Be Better Mental Wellness Center in Holland. Healthy Communities

Be Better Mental Wellness Center draws inspiration from champion Holland swimmer

Kym ReinstadlerMonday, September 27, 2021
Feature Story Pianist Ralph Votapek Arts and Culture

HSO kicks off season with classics

Andrea GoodellMonday, September 20, 2021
Feature Story Kyle Williams Community Development

(Anti) Racism Task Force partners with A Long Talk About the Uncomfortable Truth

Andrea GoodellMonday, September 20, 2021
Feature Story Windmill Island Gardens will host Books and Blooms this summer. Arts and Culture

Windmill Island Gardens extends season amid record attendance

Shandra MartinezMonday, September 20, 2021
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Transitioning back to indoor gigs: How local venues are adapting

Sarah SpohnWednesday, September 15, 2021
Feature Story Spectators watch the 2019 Civil War Muster at Van Raalte Farm. (Mary Bale) Arts and Culture

Grant helps Civil War muster expand, attract new talent

andrea goodellTuesday, September 14, 2021
Feature Story The GRCC Lakeshore Campus will hold a Sept. 14 community COVID vaccination clinic. Kids and Education

GRCC Lakeshore Campus plans Sept. 14 community COVID vaccination clinic

Shandra MartinezTuesday, September 7, 2021
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